PSA: Deer mating season is under way

[theking]

Would hate to see a rider tangle with Bambi:

http://www.mercurynews.com/mr-roadshow/ci_19046112

-Deer are most active from 6 to 9 p.m. However, be extra aware when driving at dawn as well.

-If you see one deer, others are likely to be nearby. They are herd animals and usually move in groups.

-Use high-beam lights as much as possible at night to illuminate areas from which deer could enter roads. You may see the reflected light in the deer's eyes before you see the deer. Your headlights hypnotize a deer when you approach, so slow down quickly.

-Keep your eyes moving. Glance frequently to both sides of the road.

-If a collision seems inevitable, do not swerve. It could cause you to lose control or place your vehicle in the path of an oncoming vehicle. Plus, you cannot be certain what direction a deer may dart.

[Finest]

I will do my best at culling the herd so there will be less road accidents.    

[theking]

She's on her winter resting stand awaiting for the next riding season   .

That's too bad. It's prime riding time for us in NorCal because the weather is not too hot or cold and/or wet, just right. This is what our weather forecast looks like:

[Finest]

I hate you.